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    The FCC is set to repeal 98 outdated broadcast rules as part of its “Delete, Delete, Delete” initiative. Details have now been released, showing the proposal targets analog-era regulations, including AM and FM instrumentation mandates, stereo transmission authorizations, and obsolete policy references. The effort aims to modernize the rulebook and eliminate provisions no longer relevant to today’s broadcast operations. Read moreFCC Details Radio Rules On The Chopping Block.

    Inside Radio News

    Halfway into 2025, there’s good news for two of the three most listened-to formats, based on Inside Radio’s analysis of cross-market share data in Nielsen’s PPM markets. News/talk, which has seen its double-digit delivery fall under the 10-share mark, has been on the comeback trail based on current year-over-year trends, while country, which ranks third among all formats, is also bouncing back. Read moreFormat Scorecard: News/Talk, Country Show Growth At 2025’s Halfway Mark.

    Charlamagne Tha God, co-host of “The Breakfast Club,” is still pressing the case that Democrats and those close to former President Biden covered up Biden’s failing health. On Thursday, Charlamagne went head-to-head with Angela Rye, a former CNN commentator, over whether Biden suffers from dementia and if an alleged cover-up spelled disaster for the former President’s party last November. Read moreCharlamagne Still Sees Democratic Cover-Up Over Biden’s Decline.

    Late-night TV audiences have shrunk, but Nick Cannon thinks there’s still demand for the classic talk show format. He’s launching “Nick Cannon @ Night,” a weekly podcast with Wondery featuring live studio audiences, relationship advice from experts, and personal stories on love, sex, relationships and dating. The show debuts July 23 in audio and video formats. Read moreNick Cannon’s New Podcast Blends Late-Night TV Vibes And Love Advice.

    People Moves

    Former WTIC-TV Hartford, CT, anchor and reporter Angelo Bavaro has joined Fox News Radio. Bavaro has served as a news anchor on weekdays and weekend mornings at the station for the past five years. He announced his departure in May, the Stamford Advocate reports. Read moreAngelo Bavaro

    Buffalo market veteran John “JP” Piccillo is returning to oldies “The Big WECK” to host his long-running “Breakfast with the Beatles” on Saturdays from 9-11am beginning July 26. Piccillo has been on a leave of absence as he cared for his aging mother. Read moreJohn “JP” Piccillo

    Veteran broadcaster Ken Carson has joined Max Media Virginia Beach as an Account Executive. Throughout his career, Carson served in many roles, from producer and morning show host to voice actor/coach and creative services sales specialist.  Read moreKen Carson